Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Cresaptown.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cresaptown
35 repair companies serve Cresaptown from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Johnstown (3), Uniontown (3), and Cumberland (2). Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Cresaptown. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Cresaptown is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cresaptown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 5.2, 6.7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 35 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
Closest matches for Cresaptown: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Cumberland, 4.1 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Don's Appliances (55.3 miles away, based in Morgantown, 4.9 stars from 593 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.4 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.3 stars from 364 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.7 miles away, based in Johnstown, 4.2 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Cresaptown quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Cresaptown Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Cresaptown most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
The Maryland Board of Plumbing issues master, journey and apprentice natural gas fitter licenses and a propane gas fitter certificate, and recognizes certain Baltimore County and WSSC gas fitter licenses. Source: Md. Code, Business Occupations and Professions ยง 12-302 (Maryland General Assembly)
Questions to Ask a Cresaptown Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cresaptown, MD
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Do you cover Cresaptown and nearby towns?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in Cresaptown
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Cresaptown technician can then plan for both on one visit.